Recent Shift in Ransomware Tactics: The Emergence of Data Extortion In a notable development within the realm of cybercrime, ransomware groups are evolving their strategies, particularly in the wake of heightened law enforcement scrutiny and government monitoring. Traditionally, these gangs have engaged in a two-pronged approach: stealing data from compromised…
Malaysian Airport’s Ransomware Attack Serves as a Cautionary Tale for Asia’s Cybersecurity Landscape In a concerning incident that highlights the vulnerabilities within the aviation sector, a Malaysian airport has fallen victim to a sophisticated ransomware attack. This breach underscores the growing trend of cyber threats targeting critical infrastructure and serves…
Zoom, the widely used video conferencing platform integral to business communications, is currently embroiled in a serious cybersecurity issue. The company is being associated with an troubling spike in cybercrime incidents, particularly concerning the distribution of BlackSuit ransomware targeting Windows systems. It is crucial to clarify that the legitimate Zoom…
Fraud Management & Cybercrime, Ransomware, Video Also: Rapid7’s Boardroom Shake-Up, China’s Tactical Shift in Cyber Operations Anna Delaney (annamadeline) • March 28, 2025 Clockwise, from top left: Anna Delaney, Mathew Schwartz, Michael Novinson, and Tony Morbin. In this week’s analysis, ISMG editors delve into the contrasting strategies of ransomware attacks,…
New Threat: Browser-Native Ransomware Emerges as the Latest Cybersecurity Challenge Palo Alto, USA, March 28th, 2025 — A significant shift in the landscape of cyber threats has been identified with the rise of browser-native ransomware, an emerging tactic that could pose serious risks for organizations. Cybersecurity experts from SquareX have…
Cybercrime, Fraud Management & Cybercrime, Ransomware New Ransomware Attack Linked to Seasoned Cyberespionage Group Mathew J. Schwartz (euroinfosec) • March 26, 2025 Image: Shutterstock A highly organized group of mercenary hackers, known as RedCurl, is reportedly evolving its tactics by deploying ransomware against hypervisors in focused and highly selective attacks.…
Cyber Attacks: Motivations and Implications In today’s interconnected landscape, cyber attacks present a formidable threat to businesses, governments, and individuals. These incidents arise from diverse motivations, spanning financial gain to political agendas, and hackers continuously adapt their methods. Understanding the underlying reasons for cyber attacks is crucial for organizations and…
The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has issued a critical warning regarding the increasing risks associated with online file conversion tools. While many users rely on these tools for tasks such as converting documents to PDF or changing image formats, the FBI cautions that numerous high-ranking converters on search engines…
A cybercriminal group known as Cloak has publicly asserted its role in a cyberattack against the Virginia Attorney General’s office that took place in February 2025. This incident has resulted in significant disruption, prompting officials to implement emergency protocols to manage the aftermath. Chief Deputy Attorney General Steven Popps communicated…
